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I started my writing career in the early 1980s whilst at the University of California. Writing took a back seat when I pursued a lifelong dream of becoming a professional chef, a career that I pursued for the following decade in Europe and the United States.

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Food & Drink > Cookware & Cutlery Product reviews: Hot Dog Toaster: 1 of 4
The Hot Dog Toaster is not a new product - items like this have been in hardware stores for no less than forty years. Superficially, it seems like a cool idea: You put your buns in two slots shaped to hold buns opened at about a forty-five degree angle, and you put two hot dogs in cylindrical openings shaped for them, then yo... More..
Travel > United States Guide to nightlife and entertainment in Scottsdale, Arizona: 5 of 11
Have a Drink in ScottsdaleScottsdale is filled with bars of all types and styles. Whether you like sophisticated, high-style or casual western surroundings, here are several choices for you to choose from.Lobby BarHyatt Regency Gainey Ranch7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, ScottsdalePhone: 480-444-1234http://scottsdale.hyatt.com... More..
Food & Drink > Seafood How to prepare wolffish: 1 of 1
Wolffish or Wolf Fish is a game-fishing treat that few get to experience. You will not find it at the grocery store, and you will get blank stares if you ask this is truly one of the rewards for the courageous. And to get the fish in the boat without losing a finger to its toothy jaws will truly take courage.Wolffish is never... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Meats How to grill a steak: 18 of 29
There are many techniques for grilling steaks. I learned this one from a great cook in Sacramento, California, and it never fails. It takes practice, but once you get it you will be the steak god or goddess of your tribe.MeatDo not skimp on the quality of your meat. U.S.D.A. Choice is best for most applicationsPrime is more e... More..
Home & Garden > Furniture A buying guide to kids' furniture: 13 of 18
In today's market, there are numerous options available in kids' furniture. Among the most popular types of kids' furniture are these: Desks Bunk beds Loft systemsDesks: In the children's furniture lines, desks are pretty conservative and have not changed much in the past hundred years. Universally, they offer a flat storage ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Occupations (Other) Beyond culinary school: 5 of 6
Culinary schools have become the trendy and glamorous educational options of the twenty-first century. They are a very appealing option to many whose creative juices run towards cooking - they seem to be the route to the dream job. And they can be! Contrary to popular image, however, cooking school is no replacement for real ... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Eggs & Dairy Products How to cook a souffle: 13 of 15
Souffles are among the most intimidating tasks to overcome for the uninitiated. What they don't know is that the souffle is really little more than a glorified omelet, and, once you know the basics, is a simple task to overcome. I will make reference to a basic cheese souffle here, but the principles of souffle building remai... More..